World Cup 2026: Roy Keane backs Morocco to go far after praising their quality and energy

Roy Keane believes Morocco have the qualities needed to make a strong run at the World Cup 2026 after praising the Atlas Lions for their energy, movement and ability to compete against top teams.

The former Republic of Ireland international and football pundit has been impressed by Morocco’s performances and believes the national team has developed into a serious opponent on the global stage.

Known for his direct opinions and honest assessments, Keane highlighted the strengths of the Moroccan squad and backed them to make progress in the tournament.

“Yes, Morocco will go far. They are a good team, they have energy, mobility and the quality needed to pose serious problems for any team,” he said.

Keane pointed to Morocco’s collective strength as one of their biggest advantages, praising the team’s organisation, intensity and ability to challenge some of football’s biggest nations.

The former Manchester United captain’s comments add to the growing recognition Morocco have received internationally, with the Atlas Lions continuing to attract attention for their performances and competitive approach.

Morocco’s squad combines experienced players, individual talent and a strong team identity, qualities that have helped them become one of the teams attracting interest during the World Cup.

The national team is now preparing for their next challenge against Scotland, a match scheduled for Friday at 23:00 Moroccan time.

The encounter will be another opportunity for Morocco to prove their ambitions and show why they are being viewed as a dangerous opponent in the competition.

With confidence growing around the team, attention will now turn to whether the Atlas Lions can continue their positive momentum and turn the praise from observers like Roy Keane into results on the pitch.